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Clifford H Koki, 66

Clifford Hatsuyuki Koki passed away on November 25, 2020 at his home in Kapuna, Waihe’e, Maui. He was born January 29, 1954 in Wailuku, Maui to the late Masamu and Leocadia Koki. Clifford was retired from the State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation, MVSO. During his retirement, he enjoyed reading, travel-ing, cooking, working in his yard, cultivating and growing Hawaiian chili peppers, avocados, and fruits which he generously shared. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends, talking story. His greatest joy was being Papa to grandson Noah. Clifford is survived ...

Yaeko Nako, 92

Yaeko “Jean” Nako, 92, of Kahului passed away on October 31, 2020 in the comfort of Hospice Maui Hale’s care. Yaeko was born on May 12, 1928 to Yasunori and Kame Tamashiro in Paia, Maui. She was a licensed practical nurse at Maui Memorial Hospital and later becoming a full-time mother and wife, impacting many lives. She was generous and caring, always thinking of others first. Private services were held on November 13th at Maui Memorial Park. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Joy (Bruce) Smith, Nelson (Michele) Nako, Daniel (Carol) Nako, grandchildren ...

Dennis Aiona Kahula, Jr., 53

Dennis Aiona Kahula, Jr, “Braddah D”, 53, of Wailuku, passed away on October 27, 2020. He was born on January 23, 1967 in Hana, to Dennis Aiona, Sr. and Elizabeth Kahula. He was the 2nd of 5 children. Dennis was a kind, gentle person, with a heart of gold, and a beautiful golden voice. His genuine, kind-heartedness will never be forgotten by all who knew & loved him. Dennis was a member of the Christian congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Dennis Jr. is survived by his father Dennis Kahula Sr; siblings Napua Kahula, Nani (David) Wood, Joshua (Amy) Kahula, and Jenilene ...

Irene Hueu Kalawaia, 86

Lahaina resident, Irene Hueu Kalawaia, 86 passed away on November 17, 2020 at her home in Lahaina, Hawaii. Ms. Kalawaia was born on September 1, 1934 in Keanae, Hawaii to James Kalawaianui Hueu and Esther Kekahuna. Aunty Irene was a hard worker that would do anything for anyone. She was a tough, strict lady that did not compromise but was compassionate. She raised most of Aunty Sarah Ahkuna and Uncle Hanalei Kaauamo’s keikis in Keanae. She took them to the taro patches in the mornings on the peninsula to work, brought them back home for lunch then back to the taro patches in the ...

Richard Leo Dorzab, 74

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Richard Leo Dorzab on November 20, 2020. He was 74. Just two weeks short of his 75th Birthday. He succumbed to his cancer after a valiant five year battle. Richard Leo Dorzab was born December 05, 1945 in Hood River OR, on of Harold Dorzab and Edna Chandler. Richard spent his early years raising his family of three girls. He worked in his own businesses Riches Auto Electric and later as a contractor. After the family was grown, he & wife Judy moved to Maui, Hi. There he worked as a plans examiner and building in-spector for the county ...

Rudy Oen, 86

Rudy Oen, 86, of Haiku peacefully passed away on November 18, 2020 at 7:23 am under the care of Hospice Maui. He was born on August 10, 1934 in Malang, Indonesia to the late Bing-Tiat and Erna Oen. He attended the University of Pajajaran in Bandung, Indonesia where he received a degree in Physical Education and swam competitively with Aquarius Swim Club that he founded. He swam with the Indonesian national water polo team and participated in the 1958 Asian Games in Tokyo, where they received the bronze medal. He continued his passion for swimming until he was 84, participating in ...